Lactulose Prescribing at WIRRAL WIC (APH)_WIC APH
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
106
Total Quantity
45.2K
NHS Cost
£426
vs National Avg
-67.8%
WIRRAL WIC (APH)_WIC APH prescribed 106 items of Lactulose over the last 12 months at a cost of £426 to the NHS. This is 67.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Lactulose is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
7
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 106 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 45,210 |
| Total NHS Cost | £426 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -67.8% |
Lactulose Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 106 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 329 items |
| Difference | -67.8% vs national average |
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Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.